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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Police are asking for help to locate a 67-year-old woman who was last seen at 8:30 a.m. Friday on North Lidgerwood — she is around 5 feet tall, weighs about 130 pounds, has blue eyes, may be experiencing cognitive decline, and was wearing a sweatsuit with a long gray coat. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane police asked for help finding Debra, a 67-year-old woman who was last seen at 8:30 a.m. Friday near the 6100 block of North Lidgerwood Street and is described as 5 feet tall, about 130 pounds with blue eyes, wearing a sweatsuit and long gray coat and prone to getting lost; anyone with useful information is urged to contact Crime Check (509-456-2233, case number 2025-20065558). FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ A Spokane man, Steven White, 48, was sentenced to 30 years in prison and 36 months of community custody for second-degree murder after he fatally stabbed 46-year-old Shan Anderson near the Wall Street viaduct—police said video evidence confirmed the unprovoked attack that occurred in August 2023. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Spokane County Sheriff's Office warned of a Bitcoin spoofing scam after a resident lost $4,000 when a caller posed as law enforcement and threatened arrest and higher fines—deputies said a Good Samaritan tried to help at the Bitcoin machine. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Spokane County voters received ballots for a special election that asks to increase the EMS levy—if approved, the district will hire two firefighter paramedics and replace aging, life-saving equipment. A meeting will be held at Station 81 on April 9 at 6 p.m., and votes are due by April 22. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga coach Mark Few is one of 17 finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and awaits his call at a ceremony today in San Antonio—marking his first nomination on the ballot. He is a two-time Coach of the Year winner with an 83% win rate and has led his team to 26 straight NCAA Tournament appearances. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane is hosting the USA Wrestling Women’s National Championships at The Podium and more than 1,800 athletes have competed, including 21-year-old Jasmine Robinson who pinned her opponent in an early round on Friday. The tournament continues today and will conclude on Sunday — officials say the event qualifies wrestlers for the national world team and may lead to an extension of the hosting contract. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Jared Thomas, a prospect for the Colorado Rockies (21), will play outfield at Avista Stadium this summer as the Spokane Indians defend their Northwest League title, marking his steady rise from early challenges to a key role on the team. The Spokesman-Review
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Everett AquaSox vs Spokane Indians
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Cost varies — Watch the thrilling baseball matchup between the AquaSox and the Indians at Avista Stadium.
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Spokane Indians vs Vancouver Canadians
1-4 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting matchup between the Spokane Indians and the Vancouver Canadians.
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Vancouver Canadians vs. Spokane Indians
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Cost info varies — Experience baseball excitement as the Vancouver Canadians take on the Spokane Indians live.
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Facilities Maintenance Expo in Spokane
9-11 a.m. — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free entry — Explore essential products for facility maintenance with hands-on demonstrations.
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Spokane Bike Swap & Expo
9 AM – 4 PM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — $7 (13 & Older), Free for Kids 12 & younger — Explore hundreds of new and used bikes from over 50 exhibitors while enjoying community and wellness activities.
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Eugene Emeralds vs. Spokane Indians
11:05 AM — Avista Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Eugene Emeralds take on the Spokane Indians live!
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Spokane County Career Expo
11 AM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free admission — Discover career resources, coaching sessions, and workshops at the region's largest career expo.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting Skills Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hub Sports Center — Registration fee required — Enhance your shooting and offensive skills with expert coaching and specialized drills.
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